The IFP is horrified once again that 11 people needlessly lost their lives in a taxi accident on the N2 between Mandeni and Nyoni in KwaZulu-Natal on Friday. Far too many families are losing their breadwinners and are affected by the injuries suffered in these taxi accidents.
People are forced to use taxis as transport because there are no alternatives open to them. Traffic authorities must ensure that they strictly enforce the law, especially when vehicles conveying passengers are found to be unroadworthy, speeding and overloaded. These vehicles should immediately be impounded, the drivers' licences confiscated and drivers and owners of these vehicles criminally charged.
The IFP conveys its shock and heartfelt sympathy to all the victims of these terrible tragedies and their families. Our prayers are with you.